The 2012 __________ Contains Data on the Number and Sales

question 135

Multiple Choice

The 2012 __________ contains data on the number and sales of establishments in the United States that produce a product or service based on its geography, industry sector, and North American Industry Classification code.

• A)Annual Retail Trade Survey
• B)Annual Survey of Manufacturers
• C)Economic Census
• D)Annual Wholesale Trade Survey
• E)Service Annual Survey

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Definitions:

Interest Tax Shields

The reduction in income taxes that results from taking allowable deductions for interest expenses.

Debtholders

Individuals or institutions that have lent money to a company through the issuance of bonds or loans.

Equity Investors

Individuals or entities that invest capital into a business in exchange for ownership stakes or shares, hoping to gain profits from the company's success.

Variable Costs

Expenses that vary directly with the level of production or output, such as materials and labor costs.